Description
Delight in these homemade Almond Joy Coconut Bites, featuring a sweet and chewy coconut center topped with a crunchy almond and enrobed in rich melted chocolate. These no-bake treats are easy to prepare, requiring minimal ingredients and time, making them a perfect quick dessert or snack for coconut and chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
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Coconut Mixture
- 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Toppings and Coating
- 16 whole unsalted almonds
- 1 cup dark or milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Coconut Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut, powdered sugar, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is sticky and can hold its shape well.
- Form the Bites: Scoop out spoonfuls of the coconut mixture and roll each into a small ball. Slightly flatten each ball and press an almond into its center. Reshape around the almond to form a firm bite. Arrange the bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the Bites: Refrigerate the bites for 15 to 20 minutes to firm up, which will help them hold together during the chocolate coating process.
- Melt the Chocolate: Place the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each session, until the chocolate is completely smooth and melted.
- Dip the Bites: Use a fork or spoon to dip each chilled coconut bite into the melted chocolate, making sure it is fully coated. Allow excess chocolate to drip off before returning the coated bites to the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill Again: Refrigerate the chocolate-coated bites for an additional 15 to 20 minutes or until the chocolate sets and hardens completely. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, make sure to use dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Store the bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Use sweetened or unsweetened shredded coconut according to your taste preference; adjust powdered sugar accordingly to maintain sweetness.
- To speed up the setting process, you can place the bites in the freezer for 10 minutes instead of the refrigerator.
- Almonds can be substituted with other nuts like pecans or hazelnuts if desired.
